Growing up, my mother had always told me that one of the greatest sins of man is self-pity. I've never forgotten this and try to live life to its fullest. And, when things might not look so good, I turn away from self-pity and go...
I've always been amazed by the gift of sight. The wonderment of vision has always left me speechless. If you could see 2011 through my eyes, you would share in my joy, pain and many blessings. Whenever I walk my boy, Rocco at night, I make...
It's all a matter of perspective. 2010 may be deemed as a year of misfortune for me ...
2009 is a year that is marked for its loss of many beloved entertainers. Personally, the passing of writer and director John Hughes is one loss that has greatly affected me. If you are familiar with his work, you know that his movies captured the essence of...
Everyday, as I drive to work, I pass by a billboard with one word: Reach. I have to admit that it seems appropriate to pass this daily message as I start my day. 2008 has been a year of "reaching" for me. I've stretched to reach my goals. ...
For 2007, I have made a valiant effort to exercise consistent gratitude in all areas of my life. To be overwhelmed with gratitude, no matter what one may be lacking or missing is a gateway for positivity. This year, I have been consumed with thanksgiving. In January of this...
If 2005 was considered the year of "Struggle" for me, I would say that 2006 would be considered the year of "Change" for me. After all, I have hit a milestone: celebrating my ten year anniversary of being a California resident. (That milestone is a turning point, which is imminent...
One of my favorite mottos is a line from the show, RENT. It states, " ...
I'm getting "there." I'm not "there" yet, but I know that I'm on my way. Mark my words. This year has been a 365 day pathway to bigger and better things. I've accomplished a lot. I've done a lot. And, I'm proud of a lot.I booked a job reporting for...
I'm a very impressionable person. Lasting moments (good or bad) seem to linger in my conscience. Once, I read a quote that stated, "Every thought in any situation we encounter becomes a permanent part of our character." The experiences of 2003 have left impressions with me that will...